One of the most important things to do before going to a new country is trying to understand some basic phrases in the native language.
In Seychelles, that happens to be Creole. The following is a list of words that may be useful to the adventurous traveler.
Good morning
Bonzour
Goodnight
Bonswar
Hello
Allo
Do you speak English?
Ou kapab koz angle?
My name is
Mon apel
How are you?
Komman sava?
Fine, thank you. You?
Byen mersi, oumenm?
What is your name?
Ki mannyer ou apele?
Can you speak more slowly?
Koz pli dousman silvouple
Where can I find a bus/taxi?
Kote mon kapab pran en bis/taxi?
Can you take me to the airport please?
Amenn mwan kot airport silvouple
Excuse me.
Eskiz mwan
Where can I get something to eat?
Kote mon kapab rod en manze?
Please.
Silvouple
Yes.
Wi
No.
Non
I’m sorry.
Pardon
How much does this cost?
Konbyen I koute?
Do you take credit cards?
Mon kapab servi kart Kredi pou peye?
Where is the nearest bathroom?
Kote toilet pli pre I ete?
Goodbye.
Orevwar